Brent Bjornsen, MD, FAAP

My favorite animated movie is TMNT (The Original), Sofia the First, and Ratatouille.

Books I loved as a kid are The Chronicles of Narnia, The Castle in the Attic, The Fragile Flag, Where the Red Fern Grows, and The Pushcart War.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was my favorite childhood toy.

My father inspires me through his unwavering faith, devotion to family, and determination—values he modeled even while facing cancer with strength and grace.

Anything sports-related. I enjoy trips to Disney World and riding roller coasters with my wife and kids. I love watching my kids play club soccer, building computers and websites from scratch, baking bread and pastries (sourdough starters), and gaming with my kids.

My inspiration for pediatrics grew from both my love of working with children and my experience becoming a parent during medical school, which gave me a firsthand perspective on caring for children and supporting families.

I bring together training in general pediatrics and pediatric sports medicine, which allows me to care for children from infancy through adolescence and support young athletes at every stage. As both a physician and the parent of high-level athletes, I understand firsthand the challenges families face as they try to balance health, development, and performance.

Outside the clinic, I provide sideline coverage for local high school football programs and work with the medical staff for the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch. My goal is to build lasting relationships with families through open communication and practical guidance, helping every child grow, recover, and thrive.

Every child is different—and that’s one of the best parts of pediatrics. I focus on meeting families where they are, listening carefully, and finding the best way to connect with and care for each child.